Applications Engineer III

Painted Post, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

ROLE PURPOSE:
Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative Packaging Engineer to support the design development testing and implementation of advanced packaging solutions for a diverse portfolio of products including glass ceramics injection-molded and optical components. The successful candidate will combine creativity with strong technical expertise to develop packaging that maximizes product protection enhances sustainability optimizes costs and ensures compliance with all relevant industry standards.

As a key contributor and project leader the Packaging Engineer will collaborate extensively with both internal and external partners to identify optimal materials and develop tailored packaging solutions that align with product requirements and customer expectations. This role will lead packaging-driven initiatives and work cross-functionally with Commercial Manufacturing Engineering Supply Chain Logistics Sustainability customer-facing teams and key packaging suppliers to deliver innovative and high-performing packaging that supports Cornings commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design & Development: Create and develop innovative and cost-effective packaging solutions based on product specifications manufacturing capabilities customer requirements transportation and regulatory compliance. This includes new and revised product packaging solutions (corrugate recyclable plastic paper-based materials).
Testing & Validation: Build prototypes plan and conduct testing to ensure packaging integrity durability and compliance with quality and safety standards (e.g. ISTA ASTM ISO). Determine validation requirements and design of experiments (doe) constructs in conjunction with Quality Assurance. Also prepare packaging specifications and manufacturing protocols to ensure product reliability.
Sustainability: Evaluate and implement sustainable packaging materials and practices to support company goals and minimize environmental impact
Process Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D Manufacturing Global Supply Chain Commercial etc.) to identify and execute improved packaging designs reduce costs and streamline packaging processes to deliver cost quality and capability improvements for new and existing products.
Supplier Management: Work with suppliers to source materials manage costs and ensure packaging quality and availability. Interface with packaging material solution vendors to identify develop and validate potential packaging solutions. Partner with GSM on packaging second sourcing opportunities.
Documentation & Specifications: Prepare and maintain detailed packaging specifications artwork CAD drawings and documentation for new and existing products.
Problem-solving: Provide technical expertise to support production/manufacturing packaging issues or customer quality related issues to packaging.
Compliance: Ensure all packaging complies with regulatory and safety requirements such as FDA EU REACH etc. as applicable. And demonstrate pkg capabilities with all team members including the manufacturing sites/ engineering/ GSM/ sourcing team members. Network with North America Europe and Asia sites to effectively implement pkg projects and meet project deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Packaging Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science or related field from an accredited university program is required. Additional certifications (i.e. CPP Certified Packaging Professionals) is desired.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in packaging engineering related roles.
Proficiency with packaging design software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD).
Knowledge of packaging materials (paper plastics glass corrugate etc.) manufacturing processes and testing standards.
Understanding of sustainability trends recyclable/renewable materials and regulatory considerations.
Strong project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent problem-solving analytical and communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

WORK SCHEDULE:
Workload and schedule will fluctuate (part-time to full-time) depending on project phase and internal customer demands for packaging support. Support will be called upon as needed so there may be periods of low demand with no support required.

Required Experience:

ROLE PURPOSE:Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative Packaging Engineer to support the design development testing and implementation of advanced packaging solutions for a diverse portfolio of products including glass ceramics injection-molded and optical components. The successful candidate w...